A self-contained portable endoscope system

Abstract

This application discloses an independent portable visual endoscope system, relating to the field of medical device technology. It includes an endoscope body, a handle, a first mobile terminal, a cloud server, and a second mobile terminal. The endoscope body is connected to the handle. A miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor is disposed at the tip of the endoscope body. An integrated component is disposed within the handle, and a processing module and a wireless communication module are mounted on the integrated component. The processing module communicates with the first mobile terminal via the wireless communication module. The processing module receives image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor and transmits them to the first mobile terminal. The first mobile terminal transmits the received image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor to the cloud server via a network. The second mobile terminal obtains the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor from the cloud server via a network. This application is not only convenient to carry but also enables online consultations or remote diagnosis, greatly facilitating the promotion and application of remote diagnostic technology.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of medical device technology, specifically to a stand-alone portable visual endoscope system. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, endoscopy is the primary method for diagnosing suspected gastrointestinal bleeding or postoperative gastrointestinal wounds or anastomoses. However, assessment methods are lacking for uncertain cases. Existing endoscopes are connected to a main unit, are bulky and inconvenient to carry, and are only usable on demand, not at any time. Simultaneous multi-port image or data sharing is not yet possible. Preliminary diagnosis of rectal lesions relies on digital rectal examination, lacking portable, non-invasive visual equipment. There is an urgent need in clinical practice for an independent, portable, visual endoscopy system to save on examination costs, improve diagnostic accuracy, and facilitate timely treatment. Real-time multi-port data sharing would effectively help and improve the diagnostic and treatment capabilities of primary hospitals, benefiting patient safety. Furthermore, intestinal obstruction, constipation, and difficult bowel irrigation are common clinical conditions, requiring a simple, economical, and directional ultra-fine visual device to perform routine pre-endoscopic lesion exploration, obstruction relief, deep enema, and irrigation for diagnosis and treatment.

[0003] Existing patent CN210472106U, entitled "A Portable Endoscope System," discloses a system including an endoscope module and a host module connected to the endoscope module. The host module comprises a first display, a motherboard, a power supply, and a first housing. The housing includes an upper cover and a lower cover. The first display is embedded in the upper cover and sequentially connected to the motherboard and the power supply. The motherboard and the power supply are disposed within the housing. The portable endoscope video system also includes a light source module connected to the endoscope module. This portable endoscope system features a modular structure, small size, easy portability, flexible use, low manufacturing cost, and an independently adjustable light source, resulting in clear imaging and effectively improving endoscopic observation results.

[0004] Typically, such endoscopic systems are developed based on PCs or other embedded systems, with wireless modules implemented through PCs or embedded hardware. This limits the widespread adoption and application of endoscopes. With the continuous maturation of electronic endoscopy and mobile communication technologies, there is an urgent need for an endoscope that can connect to mobile devices and the internet, enabling real-time transmission and sharing of acquired images across multiple mobile terminals to meet the needs of hospitals for remote consultations, online diagnoses, and unified information management. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The main objective of this application is to provide a stand-alone portable visual endoscope system that addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this application is as follows:

[0007] A standalone portable visual endoscope system includes an endoscope body, a handle, a first mobile terminal, a cloud server, and a second mobile terminal. The endoscope body is connected to the handle. A miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor is disposed at the tip of the endoscope body. An integrated component is disposed inside the handle. A processing module and a wireless communication module are installed on the integrated component. The processing module communicates with the first mobile terminal through the wireless communication module. The processing module receives image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor and transmits them to the first mobile terminal. The first mobile terminal sends the received image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor to the cloud server through a network. The second mobile terminal obtains the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor from the cloud server through a network.

[0008] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the first mobile terminal is detachably mounted on the handle via a connecting bracket.

[0009] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the connecting bracket includes a connecting sleeve and a protective sleeve, the connecting sleeve is inserted into the end of the handle, the protective sleeve is rotatably connected to the connecting sleeve, and the first mobile terminal is disposed inside the protective sleeve.

[0010] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, one end of the connecting sleeve is provided with a socket for connecting to the handle, the other end of the connecting sleeve is provided with a U-shaped seat, and the protective sleeve is provided with a plug that is inserted into the U-shaped seat, the plug being pivotally mounted in the U-shaped seat.

[0011] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, both the first mobile terminal and the second mobile terminal are mobile phones.

[0012] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the outer wall of the mirror body is provided with a first groove along the length direction of the mirror body, a flexible tube is provided in the first groove, one end of the flexible tube is connected to the water injection connector of the water injection device, and the other end of the flexible tube is provided with a water outlet.

[0013] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, an arc-shaped sleeve is fitted onto the lens body near the tip end of the lens body, and the concave side of the arc-shaped sleeve is provided with unfoldable corrugated folds.

[0014] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, a second groove is provided at one end of the arc-shaped sleeve on the convex side, and the first groove and the second groove are arranged opposite to each other to form a receiving groove for wrapping the hose.

[0015] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the tip of the mirror body is also provided with a light source for supplementing light to the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor.

[0016] Furthermore, in some embodiments of the present invention, the handle is provided with an operation switch, and a power module is also installed on the integrated component.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are:

[0018] This application proposes an independent portable visual endoscope system. By integrating a processing module and a wireless communication module within the handle, it eliminates the need for an external data processing system. The processing module transmits image signals acquired by a miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor to a first mobile terminal via the wireless communication module. Medical personnel can then view the patient's condition through the first mobile terminal. Simultaneously, the first mobile terminal can also transmit the image signals acquired by the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor to a cloud server. Experts from other departments or external specialists can obtain the image signals acquired by the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor from the cloud server through a second mobile terminal, enabling online consultation or remote diagnosis, greatly facilitating the promotion and application of remote diagnostic technology. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the stand-alone portable visual endoscope system provided in the embodiments of this application from one viewpoint;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a curved sleeve structure;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another structure of the arc-shaped sleeve.

[0022] Explanation of the labels in the attached drawings:

[0023] 1-Mirror body, 2-Handle, 3-First mobile terminal, 4-Cloud server, 5-Second mobile terminal, 6-Connecting bracket, 601-Connecting sleeve, 602-Protective sleeve, 603-Pivot, 604-Locking nut, 7-Miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor, 8-Light source, 9-Water injection pipe, 10-First groove, 11-Arc-shaped sleeve, 12-Corrugated pleats, 13-Second groove, 14-Operating switch. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0025] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0026] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0027] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the meaning of "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0028] See attached document Figure 1 This application provides an independent portable visual endoscope system, including an endoscope body 1, a handle 2, a first mobile terminal 3, a cloud server 4, and a second mobile terminal 5. The endoscope body 1 is connected to the handle 2. A miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 is provided at the tip of the endoscope body 1. The miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 is used to acquire images. It is understood that the endoscope body 1, the handle 2, and the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 are all prior art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0029] The handle 2 has a mounting cavity with a cover plate that is fastened to and detachable from the mounting cavity. An integrated component is housed within the mounting cavity, on which a processing module and a wireless communication module are mounted. The processing module communicates with the first mobile terminal 3 via the wireless communication module. The processing module receives image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 and converts these signals into digital signals receivable by the first mobile terminal 3 via an A / D converter. The first mobile terminal 3 then transmits the received image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 to a cloud server 4 via a network. The second mobile terminal 5 retrieves the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 from the cloud server 4 via a network.

[0030] It should be noted that in this embodiment, both the first mobile terminal 3 and the second mobile terminal 5 are mobile phones, and the wireless communication module can be a Bluetooth module to facilitate a quick communication connection with the first mobile terminal 3. Of course, the processing module, the wireless communication module, and the cloud server 4 are all existing technologies and can be purchased directly, so they will not be described in detail here.

[0031] As can be foreseen from the above, the independent portable visual endoscope system provided in this application involves inserting the endoscope 1 into the lesion or wound, using a miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 to capture images of the lesion or wound, and sending the image signals to a processing module. The processing module receives the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7, converts them into digital signals that can be received by a first mobile terminal 3 via an A / D converter, and then transmits them to the first mobile terminal 3 via a wireless communication module. Medical personnel can then view the image information through the first mobile terminal 3, and the images can be zoomed in and out on the first mobile terminal 3 for clearer viewing. Furthermore, it is understood that the first mobile terminal 3 is located near the endoscope, allowing on-duty medical personnel to access firsthand information. The first mobile terminal 3 can also transmit the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 to a cloud server 4, allowing other departments or external experts to obtain the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 from the cloud server 4 via a second mobile terminal 5, thus facilitating joint consultations and remote consultations. Of course, it is conceivable that the second mobile terminal 5 needs to obtain the image signal from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 from the cloud server 4. Usually, in order to obtain the permission, it is necessary to register account information through the second mobile terminal 5 and obtain the permission after review by the hospital.

[0032] In one embodiment, to facilitate viewing of image signals acquired by the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 via the first mobile terminal 3 during endoscopic examinations, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1As shown, the first mobile terminal 3 is detachably mounted on the handle 2 via a connecting bracket 6. Specifically, the connecting bracket 6 includes a connecting sleeve 601 and a protective sleeve 602. The connecting sleeve 601 is inserted into the end of the handle 2, and the protective sleeve 602 is rotatably connected to the connecting sleeve 601. The first mobile terminal 3 is placed inside the protective sleeve 602. It is foreseeable that by placing the first mobile terminal 3 inside the protective sleeve 602, the first mobile terminal 3 can be protected, and the protective sleeve 602 and the connecting sleeve 601 can be rotatably connected together, so that the angle of the protective sleeve 602 can be adjusted as needed to facilitate observation of the screen displayed on the first mobile terminal 3.

[0033] In one embodiment, to achieve a rotatable connection between the protective sleeve 602 and the connecting sleeve 601, and to facilitate adjusting the tilt angle of the first mobile terminal 3 as needed, see [reference needed]. Figure 1 As shown, one end of the connecting sleeve 601 is provided with an insertion hole. The connecting sleeve 601 can be inserted into the end of the handle 2 through the insertion hole, and the handle 2 and the connecting sleeve 601 are fixed by insertion, making it convenient to remove the connecting bracket 6 from the handle 2. The end of the connecting sleeve 601 away from the handle 2 is provided with a U-shaped seat. The bottom of the protective sleeve 602 is integrally formed with a plug that inserts into the U-shaped seat. The plug is rotatably set in the U-shaped seat by a pivot 603. It can be foreseen that by rotating the pivot 603, the protective sleeve 602 fixedly sleeved on the pivot 603 can be rotated with the pivot 603, changing the tilt angle of the first mobile terminal 3. Of course, in order to fix the adjusted angle, a locking nut 604 is sleeved on the first end of the pivot 603. By screwing the locking nut 604 inward, it presses against the connecting sleeve 601, thereby locking the tilt angle of the protective sleeve 602.

[0034] In one embodiment, in order to open the digestive cavity during endoscopic examination to facilitate better observation of lesions or wounds, see [reference needed]. Figure 1 As shown, a first groove 10 is provided on the outer wall of the endoscope 1 along the length of the endoscope 1. A flexible tube is provided in the first groove 10. The outer diameter of the flexible tube is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the first groove 10, so that the flexible tube can be stably placed on the endoscope 1. One end of the flexible tube is connected to the water inlet of the water injection device, and the other end of the flexible tube is provided with a water outlet. Of course, it is conceivable that the flexible tube can also be used to connect to the air injection device. By injecting air or water, the digestive cavity can be expanded, thereby exposing the field of view at the lesion or wound, which is convenient for image acquisition.

[0035] In one embodiment, in order to acquire better image information in the dimly lit digestive tract, a lamp source 8 is provided at the tip of the end of the endpiece 1 to supplement the light for the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7. The supplementary light from the lamp source 8 helps the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 to acquire clear images.

[0036] In one embodiment, to enable the endoscope 1 to obtain a larger field of view after entering the digestive tract, see [reference needed]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, an arc-shaped sleeve 11 is fitted near the tip of the endpiece of the endpiece 1. In this embodiment, the arc-shaped sleeve 11 is a circular arc-shaped tube with a certain curvature, rather than a U-shaped tube. The concave side of the arc-shaped sleeve 11 is provided with unfoldable corrugated pleats 12, while the convex side of the arc-shaped sleeve 11 is smooth. The corrugated pleats 12 occupy about half of the arc-shaped sleeve 11, and the folded corrugated pleats 12 are required to be shallow and dense to reduce the occupation of the internal space of the arc-shaped sleeve 11. This also allows the endpiece 1 to pass through easily, just touching the pleats without changing them. In use, the endpiece 1 is inserted through the nose. From the inferior nasal meatus to the pharynx, the arc-shaped sleeve 11 can be straightened by the nasal meatus, that is, the folded corrugated pleats 12 are pressed open, so that the length of the concave side of the corrugated pleats 12 becomes longer, close to or equal to the convex side. Thus, the arc-shaped sleeve 11 becomes almost straight, so that the increase in the diameter of the arc-shaped sleeve 11 will not cause difficulty in inserting the endpiece. After entering the esophagus, because the esophageal lumen is much larger than the arc-shaped cannula 11, the arc shape experiences no external force and returns to its natural curvature, thus facilitating the entry of the endoscope 1 into the pyloric antrum of the stomach. When entering the intestine, the ultra-thin endoscope and the cannula's angle, which can naturally adjust with the intestinal curvature, allow for deep intestinal insertion. This means that manual adjustment of the lens angle is unnecessary, allowing for natural entry and solving the technical problems of difficult colonoscopy in clinical practice. Furthermore, the tips and ends of the arc-shaped cannula 11 tightly grip the tip of the endoscope 1 without slipping; that is, the inner diameter of the arc-shaped cannula 11 is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of the endoscope 1, and the walls of the tips and ends of the arc-shaped cannula 11 contain metal wires. These wires not only hold the endoscope 1 tightly but also provide weight to both ends of the arc-shaped cannula 11. Ideally, this weight should be such that lifting the arc-shaped cannula 11 longitudinally does not change its curvature. This also exerts a downward force on the endoscope 1, making insertion easier when the patient is seated. As can be foreseen, under normal circumstances, when the endoscope 1 is inserted straight in, the lens located at the tip of the endoscope 1, that is, the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 in this embodiment, can only collect images from the front, while it is not easy to collect images from the side of the digestive tract wall. Therefore, by using the arc-shaped sleeve 11, the tip of the endoscope 1 is bent to a certain extent, so that by turning the handle 2, the endoscope 1 can be rotated, and the bent endoscope 1 can collect a wider range of images.

[0037] Of course, it is understandable that the aforementioned arc-shaped cannula 11 is inconvenient for observing the gastric fundus. Therefore, in this embodiment, the arc-shaped cannula 11 can also be configured to form a structure similar to a U-shaped tube, see [reference]. Figure 3 As shown, the distance between the two ends of the U-shaped tube is very small, which facilitates the insertion of the endoscope. When in use, the endoscope is swallowed through the mouth (or can be inserted through the nose) and then enters the stomach, thereby allowing the lens to rotate 180 degrees to observe the fundus of the stomach.

[0038] In one embodiment, in order to prevent the arc-shaped sleeve 11 from crushing the cartilage, a second groove 13 is provided at one end of the arc-shaped sleeve 11 on the convex side. The first groove 10 and the second groove 13 are arranged opposite to each other to form a receiving groove for wrapping the flexible tube. It is foreseeable that when the arc-shaped sleeve 11 is sleeved on the lens body 1, the first groove 10 and the second groove 13 will wrap the flexible tube accordingly, which can prevent the flexible tube from being compressed and fix the flexible tube on the lens body 1.

[0039] In one embodiment, see Figure 1 As shown, the handle 2 is equipped with an operation switch 14. The operation switch 14 has the same function as the existing endoscope operation switch 14, and is used to operate the endoscope body 1, such as taking pictures and turning on the light source 8. Of course, a power module is also installed on the integrated component. The power module supplies power to the integrated component, the light source and the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor 7 to ensure that these electrical components work properly.

[0040] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A stand-alone portable visual endoscope system, characterized in that, The system includes a mirror body (1), a handle (2), a first mobile terminal (3), a cloud server (4), and a second mobile terminal (5). The mirror body (1) is connected to the handle (2). A miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor (7) is provided at the tip of the mirror body (1). An integrated component is provided inside the handle (2). A processing module and a wireless communication module are installed on the integrated component. The processing module communicates with the first mobile terminal (3) through the wireless communication module. The processing module receives image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor (7) and transmits them to the first mobile terminal (3). The first mobile terminal (3) sends the image signals received from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor (7) to the cloud server (4) through the network. The second mobile terminal (5) obtains the image signals from the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor (7) from the cloud server (4) through the network. The outer wall of the mirror body (1) is provided with a first groove (10) along the length direction of the mirror body (1). A flexible tube is provided in the first groove (10). One end of the flexible tube is connected to the water injection connector of the water injection device, and the other end of the flexible tube is provided with a water outlet. An arc-shaped sleeve (11) is fitted on the mirror body (1) near the tip end of the mirror body (1), and the concave side of the arc-shaped sleeve (11) is provided with unfoldable corrugated folds (12).

2. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mobile terminal (3) is detachably mounted on the handle (2) via a connecting bracket (6).

3. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The connecting bracket (6) includes a connecting sleeve (601) and a protective sleeve (602). The connecting sleeve (601) is inserted into the end of the handle (2). The protective sleeve (602) is rotatably connected to the connecting sleeve (601). The first mobile terminal (3) is disposed inside the protective sleeve (602).

4. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 3, characterized in that, One end of the connecting sleeve (601) is provided with a socket for connecting to the handle (2), and the other end of the connecting sleeve (601) is provided with a U-shaped seat. The protective sleeve (602) is provided with a plug that is inserted into the U-shaped seat. The plug is rotatably disposed in the U-shaped seat via a pivot (603).

5. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first mobile terminal (3) and the second mobile terminal (5) are mobile phones.

6. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The arc-shaped sleeve (11) has a second groove (13) at one end on the convex side. The first groove (10) and the second groove (13) are arranged opposite to each other to form a receiving groove for wrapping the hose.

7. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tip of the mirror body (1) is also provided with a light source (8) to supplement the light for the miniature CCD or CMOS photoelectric sensor (7).

8. The independent portable visual endoscope system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle (2) is equipped with an operation switch (14), and the integrated assembly is also equipped with a power module.

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